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How to Use Syrup of Ipecac
Syrup of ipecac has a long history as a treatment for poisoning in children and adults. The syrup works by inducing vomiting, generally within 30 minutes of ingestion. Ipecac is derived from a plant and contains two active substances that work in the stomach: cephaline and emetine. It is important n
Supplements for Arthritis
Arthritis is the pain that results from joint inflammation and destruction. Osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis (RA) are the most common types, affecting some 46 million American adults. Herbal and nutritional supplements can help treat the symptoms of arthritis and, in some instances, may hel
How to Take Potassium, Magnesium and Calcium
Deficiency in potassium, magnesium or calcium can be caused by a large variety of reasons. Smoking, drug or alcohol abuse, kidney or heart problems, being elderly, certain types of athletes, and some medications can all contribute to a lack of these minerals in the body. It is essential to get the
Side Effects of Paliperidone
Paliperidone is prescribed for the treatment of schizophrenia. Certain side effects are associated with paliperidone and should be reported to your doctor. The most common side effects are related to your nervous, gastrointestinal, cardiovascular and respiratory systems.
Side Effects of Lopressor
Lopressor is the brand name for the generic medication metoprolol. Classified as a beta blocker used to lower blood pressure, the drug is mainly prescribed to treat hypertension (high blood pressure) and chest pain (angina).
Interactions With Azole Antifungal Agents in Transplant Recipients
Extreme immunosuppression or toxicity can occur as a result of azole antifungal interactions.
Vitamins for Strength
Vitamins can be taken to supplement healthy eating.Gunay Mutlu/Photodisc/Getty ImagesVitamins can be used to augment a healthy lifestyle. Proper nutrition is essential for obtaining the right mix of vitamins and minerals needed for optimal physical and mental well-being. Taking additional...
Five Fluoroquinolones in a Neutropenic Murine Model
The antistreptococcal activity of 5 fluoroqunolones is compared.
What Is a Medical Food?
Do you know how to counsel patients about medical food safety and efficacy?
Outpatient Palliative Care Effectiveness: All Can Gain
Can an outpatient palliative care team decrease the burden on caregivers?
About Holy Basil
Holy basil, also known as tulsi, is an herb that is native to India. It has been used for centuries in India for its believed medicinal properties.
Glutathione Side Effect Treatments
Any condition in the body that destroys neurons, such as Parkinson's Disease, can be alleviated by the use of glutathione. When administered by medical personnel intravenously, the chemical eliminates free radicals in an person's system. Side effects from this procedure are rare but can cause a vari
Tiotropium: An Inhaled, Long-Acting Anticholinergic Drug
Recent estimates show that chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) affects approximately 16 million people in the United States and consumes $18 billion in direct health care costs.
Croup: What It Is and How to Treat It
Movies often depict exhausted parents holding croupy babies in hot steamy bathrooms. Does this humidity help treat croup?
How to Avoid Whey Protein Products Containing Creatine
While creatine may help enhance the muscle mass of an athlete or help treat people with chronic congestive heart failure, side effects range from loss of appetite to kidney damage. Because whey protein and creatine often go hand-in-hand as supplements for athletes, those who wish to reap the benefit
Incretin Mimetics and Dipeptidyl Peptidase-IV Inhibitors
A new generation of antihyperglycemic agents has the potential to treat several otherwise unaddressed pathophysiologic defects of diabetes.
Effects of Atypical Antipsychotics on Weight and Body Mass Index
This study suggests that weight gain and increases in BMI are associated more strongly with olanzapine therapy than quetiapine therapy in children and adolescents.
Pharmacokinetics of Gemcitabine
The concentration of dFdC in ascites approached 1 mg/ml. Ascitic fluid did not serve as a depot for dFdC, and the agent's concentration in ascites approached that at which its phosphorylation is saturated.
What Are Homeopathic HGH Sprays Made From?
The fountain of youth is something that has been spoken of in novels and in the news for years. Today, many people look to homeopathic HGH to be an antidote to reverse aging, although research is ongoing to determine if this is entirely true.